A compilation of our best posts related to the disposability of men in our society including war, sports, and careers.

Our society has some curious norms. On one hand men are pushed by society to be heroes — to go off to war when needed, to step up on the football field, to do the dangerous jobs, to protect their family. And yet, that culturally conditioned heroism is exactly what makes men disposable — when one hero falls, the next in line is asked to step up.

We write a lot about all sorts of variations on this dynamic—from concussions and CTE in football, to PTSD, to the ways men are trained to be both aggressive and brave, to hide their emotions, to “man up” in the face of events that could maim or kill them. Some of our best posts are listed below. We also have weekly calls that talk about these issues LIVE—and you are welcome to join us. Click below to give your email so you can get dial in information. You can come to any one call for free—or join as a Premium Member of The Good Men Project to participate year round. What better way to help support the social change we are trying to create in all these areas?

Concussions and other injuries in football are a given. Is it also a given that the men who play the sport will be left to handle the disease—Chronic Traumatic Encephalopathy—alone and without the support of the league?

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